Documentary Video Editor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

This is a full-time, in-person position located in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Audiochuck is a fast-growing, dynamic company driven by our mission to tell the right stories, in the right ways, for the right reasons. Our team is made up of immensely passionate people who love what we do and don’t stop until we’re proud. Excellence is required at Audiochuck. We have a responsibility and privilege to honor the voices of those whose stories we tell.

We approach our content with empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to make a difference. Advocacy is an essential part of the Audiochuck culture as we strive to positively impact victims and their families through the use of our time, money, and resources.

Committed to developing our people and fostering a long-term team of talented media professionals, we are seeking a highly detail-oriented Video Editor to join our Production team. If you thrive within structured creative frameworks, take pride in precision, and enjoy producing polished content that aligns closely with established formats, Audiochuck may be a great fit for you.

The Video Editor is responsible for editing recorded podcast episodes into polished, platform-ready video content for digital distribution. This role assembles footage according to approved scripts and show formats, ensuring accurate pacing, clean cuts, visual continuity, and consistent branding across episodes.

Working within established templates and creative guidelines, the Video Editor maintains a consistent look and feel while delivering technically sound videos on deadline. The ideal candidate is comfortable operating within defined formats, values structure, and takes pride in producing clean, accurate edits that align precisely with production standards.

• Edit episodes according to approved scripts, outlines, and established format templates

• Maintain strict adherence to show style, pacing, and structural standards

• Ensure visual continuity and clean timelines throughout the project lifecycle

• Execute revisions efficiently and accurately while maintaining project integrity

• Align edits precisely with approved scripts, narration, and production notes

• Confirm accuracy of lower thirds, graphics, archival footage, and on-screen text

• Ensure visual elements support and accurately reflect scripted content

• Cross-check factual elements and maintain internal consistency throughout each episode

• Deliver clean, organized timelines ready for finishing, color, and audio mix

• Maintain proper track layouts, labeling conventions, and media organization

• Prepare sequences for final finishing with minimal rework required

• Follow established network technical specifications, post-production workflows, and file standards

• Perform detailed internal quality control checks prior to handoff

• Identify and correct technical issues such as flash frames, sync errors, audio pops, incorrect graphics, or formatting inconsistencies

• Maintain version control, naming conventions, and file integrity across edits

• Bachelor’s degree in Film, Media Production, Communications, or related field preferred; equivalent professional experience considered

• Demonstrated professional experience editing scripted non-fiction or format-driven video content

• Experience in digital series, documentary, or structured non-fiction episodic environments preferred

• Advanced proficiency in Avid Media Composer

• Strong understanding of broadcast, streaming, and VOD technical specifications

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational discipline

• Ability to execute work within established creative and editorial frameworks

• Strong time management skills with ability to meet tight deadlines

• Experience in documentary, true crime, or unscripted series with scripted narration

• Familiarity with network deliverables and post-production QC processes

• Working knowledge of shared storage and collaborative post-production environments
  • Flexibility to work occasional evening hours or weekend shifts when production timelines require

• Commitment to intentional leadership development

• Dedication to company culture and promoting mental health

• A talented, collaborative team passionate about storytelling and advocacy

• Opportunity to contribute to high-impact content across multiple platforms

• Competitive base salary and bonus incentives

• Comprehensive benefits package

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match

• Generous paid time off

• Team events and company-sponsored activities